Veneer Worker
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A profession that manufactures thin wood boards (veneer) from logs, including drying, inspection, and sorting.
Description
Veneer workers set logs into special lathe machines to consistently produce thin wood boards (veneer). The process includes log preprocessing, peeling with rotary veneer lathes or slicers, thickness adjustment, drying, and inspection/sorting. The products are used as materials for plywood, furniture, and interior materials. They also perform machine maintenance inspections, safety and health management, and grading based on quality standards.
Future Outlook
While demand for interior materials and furniture remains stable, the spread of automation equipment may reduce the need for manual labor. Artisan skills are expected to remain in niche areas.
Personality Traits
High Safety Awareness / Likes Manual Work / Patient / Polite and Courteous
Work Style
Career Path
Operator → Supervisor/Team Leader → Manufacturing Manager → Factory Manager
Required Skills
Lathe Operation / Machine Inspection and Maintenance / Thickness Adjustment Device Operation / Wood Moisture Content Measurement
Recommended Skills
Forklift Operation / Grading / Safety and Health Knowledge / Understanding of Wood Properties
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | It is important not to miss thickness errors or defects. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Physical stamina is required for loading/unloading timber and repetitive tasks. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Primarily routine work, so creativity is not highly required. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Few complex calculations are needed. |
Related Qualifications
- Forklift Operation Training
Related Jobs
- Furniture Fabricator
- Lumber Worker
- Plywood Worker